Farmington’s bookshop and cinema owners look back on “Harry Potter mania” in town and how it united locals in the “joy and wonder” of the world-famous series.
Kay Neufeld
Staff Writer
Kay Neufeld is a business reporter with the Portland Press Herald, covering labor, unions and Maine's workforce; lobstering, fisheries and the working waterfront. They also love telling stories that illustrate the vibrant culture that makes Maine and its Mainers so special. They previously worked at the Camden Herald, Franklin Journal and the Bangor Daily News, covering local communities. Kay grew up in New York and graduated from New York University's Arthur L. Carter Journalism Institute in 2018. They spontaneously moved to Maine in 2020 after visiting on vacation, searching for housing on Craigslist in the middle of their trip and asking their mother to ship their belongings to the Midcoast. In their spare time, Kay loves taking their miniature dachshund on miniature hikes, passionately defending Beyoncé's artistry and playing the fiddle with friends.
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UMF students to continue in-person learning for spring semester
However, a University of Maine at Farmington official said they were waiting on updated guidance from UMS Monday, Jan. 10.
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COVID-19 policies changed in RSU 9 schools
Changes reflect CDC and state education recommendations.
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2021 — Year in Review, Part II
This story is the Franklin Journal’s second part in a series looking back on the biggest news of 2021 in Franklin County.
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2021 — Year in Review in Photos, Part II
Looking back on July through December in Franklin County in photos.
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Farmington school board decreases quarantine requirements, amends COVID-19 policies
Changes reflect CDC and state education recommendations.
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Locals reflect on 2021, hope for a peaceful 2022
Locals walking the streets of Livermore Falls describe 2021 in one word and hope for a brighter, more harmonious 2022.
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New Year’s baby welcomed at Farmington hospital
Natalie and Brandon Harper of Strong greeted daughter Briar Mae on Sunday.
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Farmington’s 2022 New Years’ baby has arrived
Natalie and Brandon Harper welcomed Briar Mae, a 7 pound, 15.2 ounce baby girl into the world at Franklin Memorial Hospital on Jan. 2.